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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1959
Page
4
Road Board Chair Joe Grotegut argues interstate highway growth is endangered by stalled federal funds amid a political clash. Counties receive nearly half of Florida's gasoline tax and fund local roads, while state needs dwindle as governors weigh wresting funds from counties and reforming power.
The essay recalls Little Rock’s 1957 crisis, blaming Orval Faubus for fanning hate that disrupted schools and sparked violence around Central High. It praises local law and order on that day while urging the governor to stop fueling hostility to restore the city’s reputation.
An 18 year old from Georgia, Paul Richard Smith, is jailed for up to 10 years with possible release after 2 1/2 years for destroying $30,000 in art and painting swastikas in Columbus. The piece links his actions to a broader hate network and calls for accountability for adult purveyors of hate.
The columnists dispute Nixon Eisenhower Eisenhower Alsop argue over who invited Khrushchev to the United States. Eisenhower confirms in a press conference that talks were in progress and Nixon’s hints may have influenced the invitation. Khrushchev kept silent on the invite while speculating Nixon’s rise.
A column critiques federal housing plans for the elderly as Congress debates the bill. It notes large sums for government offices and a battle over Senate carpet costs and elevator fixes, while highlighting White House expense totals and security travel expenditures.
A commentary outlines three global anxieties: Fidel Castro’s Cuba and its upheaval, U.S. Congress under pressure ahead of Khrushchev's Sept. visit, and a Miss Universe controversy over bias and possible cosmetic manipulation of Akiko Kojima, highlighting nationalisms and ethics in a satirical tone.
A satirical compare contrast uses two neighborhood boys and the U S S R to illustrate tit for tat diplomacy. It notes Hungary's travel ban on U S diplomats and the U S response. The piece reflects on growing up, restraint, and the risks of spying in a capitalistic system.
A man with seven daughters celebrates the birth of a son and recounts the news to his secretary. When asked what the baby looks like, he says he has not yet seen the child's face. The anecdote ends with the secretary's amused reaction.
A local church guide lists services across Mount Dora including Mount Dora Baptist Church with multiple weekly events led by Rev. David Coffield, the Methodist Church on Fifth Ave with Rev. James Jones, Church of Christ on Fifth Ave with Sam Ayers and Cletus Stutzman, and St. Edwards Episcopal with Rev. John F. Mangrum. Also listed are Central Christian Church with Rev. Lester C. Doerr and St. Edwards Holy Communion schedule. Nationwide times for Bible School and worship services noted.
The notice lists Sunday services at 11 00 a m and Sunday school at 11 00 a m with a Wednesday evening service also noted though time incomplete. Located at the corner of Lemon and Grove.
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